Episodes

Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
Leading Beyond Retirement (Episode #67)
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
Wednesday Feb 12, 2025
Leaders seeking workforce may have the answer to their needs right in their own backyards. Host Dr. Shanda Gore welcomes Area Office on Aging President and CEO Justin Moor to discuss the perceptions around the workforce shortage, what leaders can do to foster a good culture that has multiple generations in it, and how retirement can lead to a new season of opportunities.
Sponsored by J. Foster Jewelers
Brought to you by ROAR Studio Productions, a division of Mays & Associates, Ltd.

Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Podcasting 101 (Episode #66)
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Have you ever wanted to start your own podcast but didn’t know where to begin? In this episode of the PinLeader Podcast, Host Dr. Shanda Gore talks with podcast development expert and President and Founder of aMAYSing Kids Broadcasting and Media, Ms.Tisha Mays, to break down everything you need to launch your show with confidence.
Sponsored by J. Foster Jewelers.
Brought to you by ROAR Studio Productions, a division of Mays & Associates, Ltd.

Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
Commanding the Clock (Episode #65)
Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
Does being "busy" mean you are effective? Host Dr. Shanda Gore welcomes certified life coach, award-winning entrepreneur, and owner of American Steel Ms. Amy Hall who shares how she approaches time management and what she recommends to those seeking help with their calendars.
Sponsored by Edward Jones Financial Advisor Jennifer Panczyszyn.
Brought to you by ROAR Studio Productions, a division of Mays & Associates, Ltd.

Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Resilient Leadership (Episode #64)
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
In this inspiring episode of the Pinleader Podcast, Host Dr. Shanda Gore talks with Mr. Tim Berta, a survivor, coach, author, and motivational speaker, who has transformed personal tragedy into a powerful message of leadership and hope. Tim shares his journey of overcoming adversity following the 2007 Bluffton University baseball team bus accident, his challenging road to recovery, and how his experiences have shaped his unique perspective on leadership—emphasizing courage, perseverance, and the ability to inspire others even in the face of life’s greatest challenges.
Sponsored by Edward Jones Financial Advisor Jennifer Panczyszyn.
Brought to you by ROAR Studio Productions, a division of Mays & Associates, Ltd.

Wednesday Jan 15, 2025
Healing Through Leadership (Episode #63)
Wednesday Jan 15, 2025
Wednesday Jan 15, 2025
Entrepreneurship and health care do mix! Host Dr. Shanda Gore welcomes award-winning Nurse Practitioner (NP) Dr. Patrice Little, CEO of the NP Student magazine and the Director at Large for UAPRN of Georgia who shares why she created the nation's first online platform designed for nurse practitioners. She discusses how she successfully manages her business while providing insights of how research is so vitally important before selecting the NP field and corresponding educational schools.
Sponsored by Edward Jones Financial Advisor Jennifer Panczysczyn
Brought to you by ROAR Studio Productions, a division of Mays & Associates, Ltd.

Wednesday Jan 08, 2025
Leading By Example (Episode #62)
Wednesday Jan 08, 2025
Wednesday Jan 08, 2025
Being an effective leader does not always correlate to age. Host Dr. Shanda Gore welcomes co-founders of The Avalon Foundation (of Toledo) national award-winning philanthropist and advocate Avalon Ayres and her mother Deb Ayres who is a 20-year Wellness Practitioner and leads a private practice. A must listen for those considering starting a non-profit, what it takes to find those to support your efforts and understanding the power of "why".
Sponsored by Edward Jones Financial Advisor Jennifer Panczyszyn.
Brought to you by ROAR Studio Productions, a division of Mays & Associates, Ltd.

Wednesday Jan 01, 2025
Goal Setting (Episode #61)
Wednesday Jan 01, 2025
Wednesday Jan 01, 2025
Looking at what goals you would like to achieve for the next year? MAYS Safety and Sports Research Associate Consultant Mr. Bob Gore hosts Dr. Shanda Gore as they discuss some of the top effective goals set by leaders, what it takes to stay out of a "goal trap", and what needs to be part of creating a goal.
Sponsored by Edward Jones Financial Advisor Jennifer A Panczyszyn
Brought to you by ROAR Studio Productions, a division of Mays & Associates, Ltd.

Wednesday Dec 25, 2024
Leading with Kindness (Episode #60)
Wednesday Dec 25, 2024
Wednesday Dec 25, 2024
The old saying, “Kindness pays dividends, often in ways you least expect” is true in many ways especially in business. Host Dr. Shanda Gore discusses kindness, empathy, and compassion in leadership with former Toledo news anchor and six-time Emmy Award recipient and Associated Press Broadcasting Hall of Fame inductee, Chrys Peterson, who uncovers how kindness can shape decisions, strengthen teams, and build meaningful connections. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or someone looking to make an impact, this episode will leave you inspired to lead with heart and purpose.
Brought to you by ROAR Studio Productions, a division of Mays & Associates, Inc.

Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Crisis Management (Episode #59)
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Having a strategic plan is one thing but what about a crisis management plan? Host Dr. Shanda Gore welcomes the 2024 Inc. Magazine's Best in Business award winner, public affairs and communication strategist expert and C Strategies President Becky Carroll who breaks down what it takes to be ready for a crisis no matter if you are a sole proprietor or leading a multimillion-dollar operation.
Brought to you by ROAR Studio Productions, a division of Mays & Associates, Inc.

Wednesday Dec 11, 2024
Charismatic Presence (Episode #58)
Wednesday Dec 11, 2024
Wednesday Dec 11, 2024
Delivering goals and critical information to motivate and inform takes an effective #leadership ability to reach your audience. Host Dr. Shanda Gore welcomes award-winning presence and presentation expert, author, songwriter, and President of The Eleni Group Eleni Kelakos to talk about her helpful tips to a solid message delivery, how to fight off stage fright, and what tapping into your charisma can do.
Brought to you by ROAR Studio Productions, a division of Mays & Associates, Ltd.